2 Timothy 2:15 Make every effort to present yourself before God as a proven worker who does not need to be ashamed, teaching the message of truth accurately.

Other translations say “work hard”, “do all you can”, “be diligent”, “do your best to present yourself to God as one who is worthy of his approval”. If we are going to live for Jesus, we are going to need to be transformed. That is a process of growth. Of learning and being stretched. Even Jesus himself, when he was on earth, went through this process.

The understanding and authority we had 5 years ago is not enough to face today's problems. The closeness we had with Jesus 2 years ago is not enough to sustain us through the schedule we have this week. We must grow.

But growing is uncomfortable. It takes time and effort, and we enjoy being lazy and comfy. Unfortunately, our addiction to comfort and convenience has robbed us of the full life that Jesus offers. Because Jesus did not die on the cross for us to have a “normal” Christian life. He died for us to have purpose and passion and joy. Full life.

So how do we get it? Discipline

We allow the Lord to discipline us. To correct us when we have settled for a mediocre faith, or when we have stepped into sin. And we discipline ourselves to consistently step out in faith. To pray for people and give generously and speak the truth in love. We work hard, empowered by the Holy Spirit, to establish the Kingdom of God on earth. As we live this way, we will certainly experience a revival in our hearts as excitement and expectation begin to rise again.

Let’s not settle for less than extraordinary. Let’s not grow so comfortable in our “normal” Christianity that we miss out on the fullness that Jesus wants to give us. There’s so much more to life with God than just going to church and reading our bible, so let’s step out in faith and experience it!

DISCUSSION QUESTIONS

1. When was the last time you intentionally stepped out in faith? What happened?
2. Do you feel like your walk with Jesus is mostly exciting or mostly routine? Why?
3. How comfortable are you with being uncomfortable? DO you feel like that is helping or hurting your growth?

What is one thing that you feel God is challenging you to do? What is keeping you from doing it?

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